In the South Korean province of Gyeonggi there is a beautiful city of Namyangju-si, surrounded by a picturesque mountain range. It is famous for its rich history and fascinating sights .
general information
The city has an area of 458 square meters. km and administratively divided into 4 men, 5 yp and 6 don. The mountains are located in the Namyangju area and in some places exceed the 800 m mark. The highest point is the Chhunnnsang peak, which is 879 m above sea level. The number of local residents is 662,154 people according to the latest census in 2016.
The city was formed in the Samkhan era. In those days, this area belonged to the tribal union of Mahan, which was called Koriguk. Later this area belonged to:
- the state of Baekje - in the era of the Three States;
- to the state of Kogury - in 475 the area was divided into Kolino (Kolinokhen) and Changhwa (Changhwagun) districts;
- the state of Silla - in 553;
- Khanyan County - in 757;
- dynasty Kore - in 935, the county was renamed to Yangju.
In 1980, a separate Hun was named in the district, which was named Namyangju. After 15 years, the county received the status of si (city) and acquired its own symbols:
- a bird - a woodpecker;
- wood - pine;
- flower - forcing;
- mascots - woodpeckers Purymi and Malgymi.
Local residents are engaged in the textile industry, they are engaged in the production of furniture and agriculture. It grows flowers and vegetables. Currently, a large industrial complex is being built on the territory of the settlement.
Weather in Namyangju
The city is dominated by a temperate climate with an average air temperature of + 12 ° C, precipitation is 1372 mm per year. The coldest and driest month is January (21 mm). The mercury column at this time is kept at -5 ° C.
In summer, a lot of rain falls in the village, especially in July. The average rainfall is 385 mm. The hottest month is August. The air temperature at this time is + 26 ° C.
What to see in Namyangju?
The city has a large number of architectural monuments , ancient temples and historical museums . The most popular tourist attractions are:
- Universal Studio is a film studio that was opened in 1998. Its area is 132 hectares. In this area there is an amusement park and a museum.
- Piano Waterfall - a multistage waterfall, which in its form resembles a piano. You can come here for cultural recreation in the bosom of nature.
- Moran Misoolgwan is an art museum with an area of 40,000 square meters. m. The work presents works by contemporary sculptors of South Korea . Here is the depository and library devoted to the history of the development of painting and architecture.
- Waltz & Dr.Mahn Coffee Museum is a coffee museum in which you will get acquainted with the growing process and ways of preparing this invigorating drink.
- Jupil Spider Museum is a specialized natural museum where you can get to know the Namyangju flora and fauna.
- Woo Seok Heon Natural History Museum - Museum of Natural History. Here you can see skeletons of dinosaurs and tusks of mammoths, as well as get acquainted with the life of primitive animals.
- Sujongsa Temple is a Buddhist temple erected during the reign of the Joseon Dynasty. In the monastery is a five-story pagoda, which is included in the list of cultural heritage of the country.
- Sareung - a cluster of ancient tombs, which are surrounded by sculptures, decorative fence and bright colors.
- Gwangneung - the exposition of the institution tells about the life and way of life of the indigenous people. Visitors can taste local food here and try on national costumes.
- Silhak Museum is a historical museum where you can find out about what the city lived before.
Where to stay?
In Namyangju there is only 1 hotel, called Rubino Hotel. The hotel provides luggage storage, parking and non-smoking rooms. The entire Internet works. The staff speaks Korean and English.
Within a radius of 20-30 km from the city there are several more hotels :
- Beauty of Korea;
- OPD House;
- Hongdae Deborah House 3.
Where to eat?
There are several restaurants, cafes and pubs in Namyangju. Basically, they prepare traditional Korean dishes and national desserts. The most famous catering establishments in Namyangju are:
- Giwajip Sundubu - Asian cuisine;
- Onnuri Jangjakgui Paldang Main - here you can try national dishes cooked on the grill;
- Twin Tree - cafeteria;
- Onnuri Webfoot Octopus - the institution serves vegetarian dishes and fondue;
- Noodle Kok - in the cafe specialize in seafood, prepared according to the traditional recipes of South Korea.
Shopping
There are no big shopping centers and boutiques in Namyangju. For branded things, you will need to go to Seoul . In the city there are small shops (Jungwon World Event, Jeil Sajinkwan and Mipl Lottemart Dukso), where you can buy essential goods, food, clothes, shoes and a variety of souvenirs .
How to get there?
The city borders with such settlements as Seoul and Kuri (in the west), Janphen and Kaphen (in the east), Yidjongbu and Phocheon (in the north), Hanam (in the south). Namyandzhu has a fairly developed road infrastructure. Several roads and a national-level railway line are laid here. From the capital you can get here on the first line of the metro and on buses Nos. 30, 165, 202 and 272. They leave from Sangbong Station Jungnang Post Office station. The journey takes up to 40 minutes.